This project is about creating your own web server, written in C++, that is capable of running an HTTP server, handling requests, and parsing configuration files.

This project has been created in collaboration between @rkieboom and @lskywalker. We worked together to create a project that met our specific goals and requirements. Through communication and collaboration, we were able to create a project that we are both proud of. We hope that you find this project useful and enjoy the results of our hard work. Thank you for taking the time to view our collaboration.

• C++ Compiler
• Basic Knowledge of the HTTP Protocol
• Knowledge of Networking

• Ability to run an HTTP server
• Ability to handle requests
• Ability to parse configuration files

1. Download the project files.
2. Compile the project using your C++ compiler.
3. Run the executable.

1. Configure the server by editing the configuration files.
2. Start the server.
3. Use your web browser to access the server.

Pull requests are welcome. For major changes, please open an issue first to discuss what you would like to change.

Nginx server blocks

Binding to host and ports

HTTP tutorial 1

HTTP tutorial 2

Select()

CPP class for every http code

carriage return line feed (CRLF)

Mandatory response headers

Nginx way of handling requests

Rfc explanation about http codes

CGI tutorial/explanation

CGI post vs get

CGI environtment variables